A real estate agent can help you apply the findings in the home inspection report, and they will guide you so you can avoid reacting emotionally. NAR research shows buyers appreciate a real estate professional’s experienced eye in pointing out unnoticed features and faults of a property, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. An agent […]
How to Stay Calm Through the Home Inspection It’s important to stay calm through the home inspection. Your real estate agent will help you manage your expectations and understand your options as you read the home inspection report. Some tips are: Expect some imperfections: No home, not even a new build, is flawless. Understand what’s really […]
It’s important to keep your home’s HVAC in tip-top shape. Heating and cooling problems can cause discomfort and sky-high utility bills on top of inconvenience. Weather extremes are putting more pressure on homeowners’ heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in keeping homes cool during the summer and warm in the winter. That’s one reason it’s […]
In the fall, sellers may be more willing to lower prices, cover repairs, or offer incentives like credits to buy down interest rates. We’re seeing a lot more sellers willing to negotiate repairs than in the past. That gives you more negotiating power. When you’re making an offer on a home, you want your offer to […]
Now is the time to act quickly on homes that match your priorities. While the fall may feel slower, move-in ready homes and those in high-demand neighborhoods can still sell fast. The average home still receives 2.5 offers, according to the National Association of REALTORS® REALTORS® Confidence Index report. Still, buyer demand is down about 31% […]
Mortgage rates have subtly shifted this fall, which could be improving affordability. National listing prices historically dip between early October and mid-month, averaging about 3.4% below their seasonal peak, according to realtor.com®. That could mean savings of about $15,000 on a median-priced home this fall. Meet with a lender to review your income, credit score, […]
Spring and summer often take the title as the peak home-buying seasons, but savvy shoppers know fall can offer great opportunities. A new study confirms it: Mid-October will be the hottest time of year for buyers, according to realtor.com®’s “2025 Best Time to Buy Report.” Researchers are basing that prediction on seasonal patterns and data from 2018 […]
When selling your house, you might get multiple offers depending on your market. If you’ve collaborated with your agent, you’ve likely positioned yourself to receive attractive bids. Your agent will review each offer with you to determine which is best for you. To get the best deal for you, you’ll likely have to do some negotiating. Your […]
When selling your house, working with your agent is crucial. Your agent brings the right mix of industry expertise and knowledge of your local market to the table. To understand whether your agent is pricing your home properly, read through each of the steps below. Use what you learn about your home’s fair market price […]
Everything has value. Especially your home. And when it comes to selling your home, assigning a price to that value is complicated. You made memories there. You’ve got a major financial interest in the place, too. Buyers might think of value, but they’re more concerned about price. And your home’s price is one of its […]
